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Ending federal funding for public media will have an immediate and drastic effect on KCUR and Classical KC. Here are the latest updates, plus what you can do to help.
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Food banks and pantries have experienced unprecedented demand in the past few weeks, as people went without all or some of their SNAP benefits and many government employees missed paychecks. (NPR)
Food banks are bracing for a surge in demand this holiday season, even as federal aid resumes
Federal food assistance has started to flow again after the government reopened. But the charitable food system is planning for continued need through the end of the year.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Food banks and pantries have experienced unprecedented demand in the past few weeks, as people went without all or some of their SNAP benefits and many government employees missed paychecks. (NPR)
In their podcast "Adoption: The Making of Me," Louise Browne and Kansas City's Sarah Reinhardt share untold stories about the unique adversities faced by many adoptees.
A popular podcast featuring adoptees challenges our familiar narratives about adoption
In their podcast "Adoption: The Making of Me," Louise Browne and Kansas City's Sarah Reinhardt share untold stories about the unique adversities faced by many adoptees.
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November 24, 2025 at 12:00 AM
In their podcast "Adoption: The Making of Me," Louise Browne and Kansas City's Sarah Reinhardt share untold stories about the unique adversities faced by many adoptees.
Kansas City will be the smallest city in North America to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But it may not have embraced the sport at all, if not for the efforts of early immigrants who fought for the beautiful game — before there were even soccer fields to play on.
Before the World Cup landed in Kansas City, these immigrants brought soccer here first
Kansas City will be the smallest city in North America to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But it may not have embraced the sport at all, if not for the efforts of early immigrants who fought for the beautiful game — before there were even soccer fields to play on.
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November 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Kansas City will be the smallest city in North America to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But it may not have embraced the sport at all, if not for the efforts of early immigrants who fought for the beautiful game — before there were even soccer fields to play on.
The Country Club Plaza is expected to change a lot in the coming years, thanks to proposed construction projects from its new owner. Before construction begins, check out the historic shopping district's restaurants, shops, arts offerings and more.
Rediscover Kansas City’s Country Club Plaza with these restaurants, stores and events
With the KC Streetcar getting its own stop at the Country Club Plaza, now is the perfect time to check out the historic shopping district's restaurants, shops, arts offerings and more.
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November 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The Country Club Plaza is expected to change a lot in the coming years, thanks to proposed construction projects from its new owner. Before construction begins, check out the historic shopping district's restaurants, shops, arts offerings and more.
The Kansas City Council recently changed certain rules around short-term rentals to make it easier for residents to host World Cup visitors next summer. And dozens recently attended a "crash course" to learn how they can capitalize on all those visitors by offering their own rentals.
Kansas City needs short-term rentals during the World Cup. Residents are learning how to host
The Kansas City Council recently changed certain rules around short-term rentals to make it easier for residents to host World Cup visitors next summer. And dozens of people recently attended a "crash course" to learn how they can capitalize on all those visitors by offering their own rentals.
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November 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The Kansas City Council recently changed certain rules around short-term rentals to make it easier for residents to host World Cup visitors next summer. And dozens recently attended a "crash course" to learn how they can capitalize on all those visitors by offering their own rentals.
In Missouri, the Justice Department made an unprecedented demand to investigate voting machines, access old ballots and more.
Trump's unusual demands in Missouri show how he might interfere with midterm elections
Less than a year from the midterms, state and local voting officials from both major political parties are actively preparing for the possibility of interference by the Trump administration. In Missouri, the Justice Department made an unprecedented demand to investigate voting machines, access old ballots and more.
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November 23, 2025 at 4:40 PM
In Missouri, the Justice Department made an unprecedented demand to investigate voting machines, access old ballots and more.
Missouri has seen 18 National Science Foundation grants totaling more than $10 million get canceled this year by the Trump administration. (@stlpublicradio.bsky.social)
Missouri S&T still getting science grants despite Trump administration cuts
The Trump administration has cut more than $1 billion in National Science Foundation grants, but the campus in Rolla is still winning awards — for now.
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November 23, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Missouri has seen 18 National Science Foundation grants totaling more than $10 million get canceled this year by the Trump administration. (@stlpublicradio.bsky.social)
Kansas got $451 million from a Biden administration grant for "Broadband Equity, Acess and Deployment." But after the Trump administration told states to rethink how to spend the money, Kansas rolled back its proposal. (@thebeacon.bsky.social)
Kansas got millions to expand broadband, but the Trump administration shrank the program
Kansas got $451 million from a Biden administration grant for Broadband Equity, Acess and Deployment. But after the Trump administration told states to rethink how to spend the money, Kansas rolled back its proposal.
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November 23, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Kansas got $451 million from a Biden administration grant for "Broadband Equity, Acess and Deployment." But after the Trump administration told states to rethink how to spend the money, Kansas rolled back its proposal. (@thebeacon.bsky.social)
The new book “Faith, Family, and Flag” explores how Branson, Missouri, became America’s capital for conservative entertainment. (@stlpublicradio.bsky.social)
Branson, Missouri, has a reputation. A new book explores what’s true — and what’s missed
“Faith, Family, and Flag” by Washington University professor Joanna Dee Das explores how Branson, Missouri, became America’s capital for conservative entertainment.
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November 23, 2025 at 2:54 PM
The new book “Faith, Family, and Flag” explores how Branson, Missouri, became America’s capital for conservative entertainment. (@stlpublicradio.bsky.social)
The now-void law, passed in 2022, expanded the state’s regulations on pornography to create the offense of providing explicit sexual material to a student. The state's library associations sued, arguing that it undermined the First Amendment rights of students. (Missouri Independent)
Missouri court strikes down book ban law that pushed libraries to remove hundreds of titles
The now-void law, passed by Missouri lawmakers in 2022, expanded the state’s regulations on pornography to create the offense of providing explicit sexual material to a student. The state's library associations sued, arguing that it undermined the First Amendment rights of students.
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November 23, 2025 at 2:00 AM
The now-void law, passed in 2022, expanded the state’s regulations on pornography to create the offense of providing explicit sexual material to a student. The state's library associations sued, arguing that it undermined the First Amendment rights of students. (Missouri Independent)
In his new book "The Team That History Forgot," sportswriter Rick Gosselin highlights the story of one of the most exciting professional football teams of the 1960s: the Len Dawson-led Kansas City Chiefs.
The 1960s Kansas City Chiefs were 'the team that history forgot.' A new book remembers
In his new book "The Team That History Forgot," sportswriter Rick Gosselin highlights the story of one of the most exciting professional football teams of the 1960s: the Len Dawson-led Kansas City Chiefs.
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November 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM
In his new book "The Team That History Forgot," sportswriter Rick Gosselin highlights the story of one of the most exciting professional football teams of the 1960s: the Len Dawson-led Kansas City Chiefs.
One Kansas City businessman, better known as the founder of the Chiefs, was a steadfast believer in professional soccer. From the failed attempts at a national league, through the creation of MLS and the very first U.S. soccer stadium — Lamar Hunt was there.
The other football: When Lamar Hunt helped U.S. soccer go pro
As the United States prepares for the 2026 World Cup, it's hard to remember that professional soccer in this country once felt like an impossible dream. But one Kansas City businessman, better known as the founder of the Chiefs, was a steadfast believer. From the failed attempts at a national league, through the creation of MLS and the very first U.S. soccer stadium — Lamar Hunt was there.
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November 22, 2025 at 10:00 PM
One Kansas City businessman, better known as the founder of the Chiefs, was a steadfast believer in professional soccer. From the failed attempts at a national league, through the creation of MLS and the very first U.S. soccer stadium — Lamar Hunt was there.
The Kelces aren't the only ones with strong opinions about great Kansas City delis. If you're looking for a killer sandwich, try the Rueben at these restaurants and markets around the region.
Kansas City has a strong sandwich scene. Here's where to get the best Reuben in town
The Kelces aren't the only ones with strong opinions about great Kansas City delis. If you're looking for a killer sandwich, try the Rueben at these restaurants and markets around the region.
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November 22, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The Kelces aren't the only ones with strong opinions about great Kansas City delis. If you're looking for a killer sandwich, try the Rueben at these restaurants and markets around the region.
Kansas-City-based Shaman Botanicals LLC — the leading supplier of 7-OH in Missouri — received letters from both the FDA and Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway. (@missouriindependent.com)
Missouri attorney general launches investigation into kratom and 7-OH drug manufacturers
Kansas-City-based Shaman Botanicals LLC — the leading supplier of 7-OH in Missouri — received letters from both the FDA and Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway.
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November 22, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Kansas-City-based Shaman Botanicals LLC — the leading supplier of 7-OH in Missouri — received letters from both the FDA and Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway. (@missouriindependent.com)
Kansas City has been asking the state and federal government for financial help to pay for extra buses during the World Cup. The clock is ticking, but the transit agency hasn’t gotten a dime. (The Beacon)
As World Cup looms, Kansas City leaders face hard decisions to pay for extra bus service
Kansas City has been asking the state and federal government for financial help to pay for extra buses during the World Cup. The clock is ticking, but the transit agency hasn’t gotten a dime.
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November 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Kansas City has been asking the state and federal government for financial help to pay for extra buses during the World Cup. The clock is ticking, but the transit agency hasn’t gotten a dime. (The Beacon)
Ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, KCUR's Up To Date broadcasted from Harvesters Community Food Network in Kansas City to hear how the organization is managing a time of extremely high demand.
More Kansas City families need food assistance. Here's how Harvesters is meeting the moment
Ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, KCUR's Up To Date broadcasted from Harvesters Community Food Network in Kansas City to hear how the organization is managing a time of extremely high demand.
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November 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, KCUR's Up To Date broadcasted from Harvesters Community Food Network in Kansas City to hear how the organization is managing a time of extremely high demand.
Without citing evidence, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway accused a signature-gathering company of “reportedly employing illegal aliens" in its efforts to overturn the gerrymandered congressional map.
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Missouri anti-redistricting group accuses attorney general of 'political thuggery'
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway accused a signature-gathering company of “reportedly employing illegal aliens in its efforts to overturn the gerrymandered congressional map. Hanaway said she's opened an investigation and referred the matter to ICE.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Without citing evidence, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway accused a signature-gathering company of “reportedly employing illegal aliens" in its efforts to overturn the gerrymandered congressional map.
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The three-year renovation of the Kansas Museum of History cost $6 million and takes visitors on a journey through Kansas history with reimagined exhibits. (@kansaspublicradio.bsky.social)
Renovated Kansas Museum of History reopens in Topeka — with free admission for everyone
The three-year renovation of the museum cost $6 million and takes visitors on a journey through Kansas history with reimagined exhibits. Visitors also now have a better opportunity to see one of the museum's most treasured artifacts, a 1914 biplane, up close and personal.
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November 22, 2025 at 4:22 PM
The three-year renovation of the Kansas Museum of History cost $6 million and takes visitors on a journey through Kansas history with reimagined exhibits. (@kansaspublicradio.bsky.social)
Kansas City small businesses need your support, so this year, head to your talented neighbors and spend your dollars where they matter the most. Here's where you can find handcrafted goods, local art and unique gifts for your loved ones around the metro.
Check out these 6 Kansas City maker’s markets, fairs and festivals this holiday season
Kansas City small businesses need your support, so this year, head to your talented neighbors and spend your dollars where they matter the most. Here's where you can find handcrafted goods, local art and unique gifts for your loved ones.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Kansas City small businesses need your support, so this year, head to your talented neighbors and spend your dollars where they matter the most. Here's where you can find handcrafted goods, local art and unique gifts for your loved ones around the metro.
The Unified Government passed the “Unsafe Camping” ordinance by a vote of 6 to 2, in a meeting that was disrupted by attendees calling for more compassion for unhoused people.
One person said the public camping ban would drive unhoused people further out “into the shadows.”
One person said the public camping ban would drive unhoused people further out “into the shadows.”
Wyandotte County bans homeless people from sleeping outside, despite public outcry
A revised version of the public camping ban — which includes lesser penalties for first time offenses — passed Thursday night. Kansas City, Kansas Police called the measure “dignified” but opponents worry it will criminalize homelessness.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:14 PM
The Unified Government passed the “Unsafe Camping” ordinance by a vote of 6 to 2, in a meeting that was disrupted by attendees calling for more compassion for unhoused people.
One person said the public camping ban would drive unhoused people further out “into the shadows.”
One person said the public camping ban would drive unhoused people further out “into the shadows.”
Conservation methods can help rejuvenate farmland, but the startup cost and uncertain results mean a risk many farmers still aren't willing to take. (@kbianews.bsky.social)
More Missouri farmers are growing cover crops to heal their soil. But it's slow to take root
Conservation methods can help rejuvenate farmland, but the startup cost and uncertain results mean a risk many farmers still aren't willing to take. The University of Missouri Center for Regenerative Agriculture is trying to research how to improve the practice.
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November 21, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Conservation methods can help rejuvenate farmland, but the startup cost and uncertain results mean a risk many farmers still aren't willing to take. (@kbianews.bsky.social)
After purchasing the Country Club Plaza more than a year ago, the Gillion Property group is planning major construction projects that contrast with the Plaza’s storybook atmosphere, and asking a Kansas City agency for $1.4 billion in tax breaks.
The Plaza's new vision, and tax break ask, worry some locals
Since purchasing the Country Club Plaza more than a year ago, the Gillion Property group has increased its security and made cosmetic repairs. Now, the company plans major construction that contrasts with the Plaza’s storybook atmosphere, and asking a Kansas City agency for $1.4 billion in tax breaks.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:30 PM
After purchasing the Country Club Plaza more than a year ago, the Gillion Property group is planning major construction projects that contrast with the Plaza’s storybook atmosphere, and asking a Kansas City agency for $1.4 billion in tax breaks.
A misconduct complaint says the Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway did not have the authority to list the legislature as a plaintiff in a redistricting lawsuit without its input. (@stlpublicradio.bsky.social)
Missouri Senate's top Democrat files misconduct complaint against Attorney General
The complaint says that Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway did not have the authority to list the legislature as a plaintiff in a redistricting lawsuit without its input.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:05 PM
A misconduct complaint says the Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway did not have the authority to list the legislature as a plaintiff in a redistricting lawsuit without its input. (@stlpublicradio.bsky.social)
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is asking a federal court to roll back the FDA’s recent decision to approve a new generic brand of mifepristone, an effort to limit access to medication abortion nationwide. (@missouriindependent.com)
Missouri challenges generic abortion pill approved by FDA, in latest push to limit access
The FDA approved a new generic form of mifepristone in September, expanding the accessibility of a common abortion medication. Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is taking over a lawsuit challenging the approval in federal court.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is asking a federal court to roll back the FDA’s recent decision to approve a new generic brand of mifepristone, an effort to limit access to medication abortion nationwide. (@missouriindependent.com)
After borrowing $1.4 billion to redevelop the Country Club Plaza, the new owners are now seeking millions in tax breaks from a Kansas City agency.
Residents are also concerned about new construction renderings showing 200-foot apartment buildings and a major change to the neighborhood’s style.
Residents are also concerned about new construction renderings showing 200-foot apartment buildings and a major change to the neighborhood’s style.
New renderings of Country Club Plaza make locals worried about vision — and cost to taxpayers
After borrowing $1.4 billion to redevelop the Country Club Plaza, the Gillion Property Group is now seeking millions in tax breaks from a Kansas City agency. Residents are also concerned about new construction renderings showing 200-foot apartment buildings and a major change to the neighborhood’s style.
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November 21, 2025 at 4:05 PM
After borrowing $1.4 billion to redevelop the Country Club Plaza, the new owners are now seeking millions in tax breaks from a Kansas City agency.
Residents are also concerned about new construction renderings showing 200-foot apartment buildings and a major change to the neighborhood’s style.
Residents are also concerned about new construction renderings showing 200-foot apartment buildings and a major change to the neighborhood’s style.